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Definition and etiology. Pruritus or itch is defined as an unpleasant sensation of the skin that provokes the urge to scratch. It is a characteristic feature of many skin diseases and an unusual sign of some systemic diseases. Pruritus may be localized or generalized and can occur as an acute or chronic condition.
Itching, or itchy skin (the medical name is pruritus), is a common symptom of a wide range of conditions. It may occur in one area of the body (localised) or all over (generalised). There may be a rash or spot where the itching occurs.